Kerry Kiser
Akron
Summary
Resourceful Project Manager with 12+ years of experience with Point Of Purchase and Store Fixtures. Professional with track record of delivering high-impact projects in diverse environments. Adept at driving project timelines and ensuring quality outcomes through strategic planning and execution. Highly collaborative, adaptable, and committed to team success and client satisfaction. Procurement of resources including equipment and supplies. Monitors projects by adhering to production schedule and budget, managing production team, identifying problems and providing targeted solutions.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
Project Manager
Darko Inc.
06.2016 - Current
- Take lead on multiple types of displays, from small to large, static or interactive. Work with tech team to provide customer experience and client results.
- Successfully managed multiple projects simultaneously by prioritizing tasks according to urgency, resource availability, and alignment with organizational goals.
- Led cross-functional teams to initiate and execute simple to complex projects on time and within budget.
- Developed project plans, timelines, and resource allocations to optimize workflow efficiency.
- Facilitated stakeholder meetings to align project goals with business objectives and expectations.
- Predict and monitor potential risk scenarios and QC issues to mitigate impacts on project delivery.
- Sourced, vetted and managed vendors needed to accomplish project goals.
Project Manager
Black River Display
06.2014 - 06.2016
- Responsibilities Include Project Management and cost estimating as well as some Engineering support. Motivated and confident in providing needed support and timelines.
- Coordinated material procurement and required services for projects within budget requirements.
- Sourced, vetted and managed vendors needed to accomplish project goals.
- Reported regularly to managers on project budget, progress, and technical problems.
- Maintained open communication by presenting regular updates on project status to customers.
- Monitored project progress, identified risks and took corrective action as needed.
- Manufacturing – Store Fixtures and POP Displays
Project Manager
Accel Group
09.2012 - 10.2014
- Provide effective independent management by establishing a strong working relationship and building trust through my chain of contacts.
- Accurately communicate project status and take full ownership of projects while monitoring the development and ultimate success of the project.
- Work alongside the engineering staff. I have past experience working with cad and modeling software in past roles.
- Worked in fixture building and assembly, CNC machines, and finishing.
- Standard working knowledge in Microsoft Office software and ERP Software. Inventory management, purchasing.
- Manufacturing – Store Fixtures
Product Engineer/Project Manager/CNC Manager
US Development Corporation/ Akro Plastics
12.2006 - 09.2012
- Manufacturing – Other Rotational Molding
- Collaborated with sales, design, estimating, and top owner manager to develop rotational mold tooling and finished goods.
- I provided the shop floor with needed information and support to complete the needs of the customer. Managed project work flows working with the Production Manager and QC Director. Participated in a LEAN process to re-direct flow throughout the CNC department with great success, helping the entire shop benefit.
- Conducted thorough testing and validation of products to ensure compliance with industry standards and specifications.
- Analyzed customer feedback to identify areas for product enhancement, driving continuous improvement initiatives.
- Interpreted technical drawings, schematics and computer-generated reports for product conformance with engineering design and performance specifications.
Engineer
Accel Group
09.1993 - 12.2006
- Assembly
- CNC Manager/ operator
- Milling Manager
- Mentored junior staff on CNC and milling machines. Developed new staff through cross training.
- Supported engineering teams by coordinating projects with the shop and providing organized paper flow such as cut lists, assembly bills, parts labels, and saw patterns.
- Designed and engineered store fixtures generating needed machine programs and paperwork for the shop.
- Software, ERP, general office
- Analyzed process workflows to identify areas for improvement and efficiency gains.
Education
Crestwood High School
Mantua, OHundefined
Aspiring Leadership Program through US Development Corporation
Cleveland State University
Cleveland, OHHigh School or equivalent - undefined
01.1988
Skills
- Project management
- Project planning
- Project development
- Project scheduling
- Project tracking
- Project estimation and bidding
- Purchasing and procurement
- Project closure
- Project scope
- Document management
LANGUAGES
English Fluent
Timeline
Project Manager
Darko Inc.
06.2016 - Current
Project Manager
Black River Display
06.2014 - 06.2016
Project Manager
Accel Group
09.2012 - 10.2014
Product Engineer/Project Manager/CNC Manager
US Development Corporation/ Akro Plastics
12.2006 - 09.2012
Engineer
Accel Group
09.1993 - 12.2006
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Aspiring Leadership Program through US Development Corporation
High School or equivalent - undefined
Crestwood High School
Cleveland State University
SOFT SKILLS
- Dependable and reliable
- Emotional intelligence and stability
- Time management
- Adaptability
- Visualization
- Resilience
- Collaboration
- Data Literacy